Definitions

1. noun

a Scots term used to signify ‘no’ or ‘not’, especially in a formal or polite context

“The guest replied ‘nae’ to the invitation, declining to attend the party.”

2. adverb

used to signify ‘not’ or ‘no’, especially in a formal or polite context

“I asked her if she wanted to go, and she said ‘nae’, so we stayed home instead.”